Homebuilder unveils 'fire-resilient' neighborhood

A new community was unveiled in Southern California that is "designed to IBHS’s highest level of protection against direct flame contact, radiant heat and embers."

Kids' jewelry-making kits recalled for hazardous substance violation, 224K affected

LaRose Industries issued a recall for 224,100 Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem jewelry-making kits after learning that resin in the kits contained a hazardous amount of acrylate.

Michigan power outages: Barrage of storms knocks power out for 180k with more weather incoming

Michigan's severe weather isn't done - with freezing temperatures expected to descend on those without power up north and more storms inbound on Wednesday taking aim at metro Detroit.

Should Americans rush to buy a car before the tariffs? Here's what Trump says

President Trump was asked Friday whether Americans should rush to buy cars now before his planned 25% tariffs on imported cars, light trucks and auto parts take effect.

Tired of spam? Use this email trick to stay private and safe

Think twice before giving out your real email. Here's how using an email mask — also known as a burner email — can protect your privacy and reduce spam.

Volvo recalls some plug-in hybrid vehicles over fire risk: What to know

Volvo is recalling nearly 7,500 plug-in hybrids in the U.S. over a high-voltage battery issue that may cause it to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Who spends the most time online? South Africa and Brazil — See where US ranks

A new report shows that people in South Africa and Brazil spent the most time online in 2024, while the U.S. ranked above average. Japan, surprisingly, landed at the bottom of the list.

Coca-Cola recalls thousands of soda cans due to 'foreign object contamination'

A Coca-Cola distributor is pulling back over 10,000 soda bottles from two U.S. states, the FDA reported this week. The bottles may contain plastic.

RFK Jr. reportedly plans to ban pharmaceutical ads on TV

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. settles into his role as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, one major promise he’s made is still on table - banning pharmaceutical ads.

$154M Consumers Energy electricity rate hike approved by Michigan Public Service Commission

Residents living in Consumers Energy's electricity service area will soon see their bills increase after the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) approved a rate hike of nearly $154 million.

FDA recalls cheese sold at Aldi locations in 4 states

Pouches of Aldi’s Happy Farms shredded Colby Jack cheese have been recalled in four states over concerns they contained metal fragments.